Learn the Magic of iPhone Photography
IPHONE PHOTOGRAPHY MEL'S MASTERCLASS Learn the Magic of iPhone Photography
Transform your everyday photos into breathtaking art with nothing more than the phone in your pocket. You will learn to see, capture and create images with a professional eye. Led by a 30-year commercial photography veteran, Mel Lindstrom
Learn from a Pro
Mel is a seasoned professional with over 30 years of experience running commercial studios, producing advertising photography for some of the world’s leading brands. With over 300 accolades and a background as an adjunct professor at SJSU and the Academy of Art University, Mel brings unmatched expertise to his craft and the courses. The new mission: showing how to capture stunning images using a smartphone.
The Best Way to Learn
You can take an in-person class or on-line. These are not DVDs' or pre-recorded tutorials. Ask questions directly and receive real-time guidance. Each person absorbs new skills differently, so the classes are kept small. Skip the influencers—get trained by a true professional. There is no better way to learn.
How to Progress
First the basics. How to set-up your phone to capture the best images. The differences in cameras and lenses. (yes the iphone has multiple cameras). How to store and send images. And how to edit the images to perfection. Once the basics course is completed, you are welcome to join in on one of the excursions.
Choose Your Path to Mastery
In-person class taught by a true pro at a secure location or convenient on-line, but real-time courses with the same pro.
In Person Classes
iPhone Starter
- The #1 rule for better photos
- Set-up your phone for the best quality
- What is LIVE, Portrait, Pano modes
- Break for using new skills
- Review and critique of images
- Proper storage and Library skills
- Post image editing
Now you are ready to join us on an excursions.
Advanced Photo
- Quick review of iPhone basics
- How to use backlight
- How to shoot in dark setting
- Tricks of the trade
- Break for lunch and using new skills
- Brief details on video tricks
Advanced Editing
- Details on Apple photo editor
- Using 3rd party software - SnapSeed
- Using 3rd party software - Lightroom
- Exporting files for Computer retouching
- In camera video editing
- Uploading to social media, the right way
On-Line Classes
Individual Classes
Pick exactly what you need
$ 90 / class
- Basic One: Know your iPhone settings
- Basic Two: Cameras, Lenses & Modes
- Basic Three: Photo Library, Moving & Storing
- Basic Four: Basic Retouching & Filters
Available Schedule
Once you complete with full course, you are ready to join us on an exciting photo excursion.
Enroll in a any individual Class
Ideal for one specific skill
Full Basics Course
All four classes, one week
$240
- All four Basic classes included
- Complete in one focused week
- Special deals announced via email
- Flexible time slots.
Available Schedule
Best Value
Intensive Full Course
Everything in one powerful day
$ 200
Lowest price for the complete set
- All four Basic classes in one day
- Excursion-ready after completion
- Selected Saturdays – relaxed pace
- Breaks for coffee or Lunch
Saturday Schedule
Local Excursions
Refine your new skills and join us on a sunrise or sunset photo excursion. Local ones will be announced, but you are always welcomed to suggest a great place close to you.
Overnight Excursions
Join us on an overnight trip to somewhere beautiful. Be prepared to wake up early, take a midday break, then go out again for nice sunsets. These excursions require that you complete the full Basic Course.
Pro Mentorship
I have been asked to share skills other than the iPhone. And the truth is, I was trained on everything from 35mm to 8x10. From running a business to self promotion. So if you want to start your own business or need help with lighting, composition or other skills, I am your man.
